The US 1956 Cent, designed by Victor David Brenner, features Abraham Lincoln’s portrait. Struck in copper, the US 1956 Cent reflected the post-World War II economic boom, where increased production and consumer spending boosted demand for currency. The coins design continued to honor Lincoln’s legacy, symbolizing stability.
In 1956, the U.S. saw a period of prosperity under President Eisenhower. The US 1956 Cent, with its familiar Lincoln design, remained a daily symbol of national unity and economic growth. The coins copper content, unchanged from previous years, was a representation of both tradition and the nations continued industrial strength.